Dubai Police to Enforce Tailgating Fines Using AI Radars

Dubai motorists who fail to maintain a safe distance from the vehicle ahead will now face automatic fines, as Dubai Police integrates AI-powered radars to monitor and enforce tailgating violations. Previously, offenders only received warning messages, but with the rise in violations, authorities are taking stricter action.

Tailgating now carries a Dh400 fine and four black points on the driver’s record. Last year, police announced that repeat offenders could have their vehicles impounded for up to 30 days.

Radars to Enforce Multiple Traffic Violations

Aside from tailgating, the upgraded radars will track several other violations, including excessive vehicle noise. The system can detect the noise level, its source, and its intensity. Drivers exceeding the permitted noise limits will face a Dh2,000 fine and 12 black points. Authorities stressed that this measure aims to reduce disturbances in residential areas and enhance the quality of life in the city.

Heavy Penalties for Speeding and Traffic Violations

The AI-powered radars will also monitor:

Speeding Violations

• Exceeding by 80 km/h: Dh3,000 fine, 60-day vehicle impoundment, 23 black points
• Exceeding by 60 km/h: Dh2,000 fine, 20-day vehicle impoundment, 12 black points
• Exceeding by 50 km/h: Dh1,000 fine
• Exceeding by 40 km/h: Dh700 fine
• Exceeding by 30 km/h: Dh600 fine
• Exceeding by 20 km/h: Dh300 fine

Other Traffic Offenses

• Jumping a red light: Dh1,000 fine, 30-day impoundment, 12 black points
• Lane violations: Dh1,500 fine, 12 black points
• Driving against traffic: Dh600 fine, 7-day impoundment, 4 black points
• Driving on the hard shoulder: Dh1,000 fine, 30-day impoundment, 6 black points
• Not wearing a seatbelt: Dh400 fine, 4 black points
• Using a phone while driving: Dh800 fine, 4 black points
• Excessive window tinting: Dh1,500 fine
• Failing to yield to pedestrians: Dh500 fine, 6 black points
• Illegal turning: Dh500 fine, 4 black points
• Expired vehicle registration: Dh500 fine, 4 black points
• Stopping in the middle of the road: Dh1,000 fine, 6 black points
• Heavy vehicles in restricted areas: Dh1,000 fine, 4 black points
• Obstructing traffic by stopping behind vehicles: Dh500 fine

Police Urge Drivers to Follow Road Rules

Authorities emphasized that these measures are meant to ensure safer roads and reduce accidents caused by reckless driving. Dubai Police continue to urge motorists to follow traffic laws and drive responsibly.